3RD phase commencement of commercial operations - NHPC Ltd

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NHPC Limited has announced the successful commencement of commercial operations for the third phase (53.57 MW) of its 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Project in Bikaner, Rajasthan. Following the completion of trial runs on June 5, 2025, the company declared the Commercial Operation Date (COD) effective June 7, 2025. With this addition, the total operational capacity of the Karnisar Solar Project now reaches 160.71 MW, marking steady progress toward the full 300 MW target. The phased commissioning underscores NHPC’s commitment to scaling up its renewable energy portfolio and supporting India’s transition to clean energy. The project aligns with NHPC’s strategy to diversify beyond hydropower and bolster India’s solar capacity. It reinforces the company’s growing role in the renewable sector while contributing to the nation’s ambitious green energy goals.